2 c. flour (all-purpose)
1 c. granulated sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 c. butter
1 egg
3/4 c. milk
1/2 c. (5 1/2 oz. can) Hershey's chocolate flavored syrup

Mix flour and sugar and take out 1/2 cupful of "crumbs" and set aside. Add salt, baking powder and baking soda to remaining flour mixture. Blend in butter, egg, milk and chocolate syrup. Beat well; pour into a shallow well- greased pan (9 x 9 x 1 3/4-inch). Scatter reserved crumbs over top of cake, and bake in a moderate oven (350 degrees) for 30 to 35 minutes. This cake should be served hot for luncheon or supper.